Support

Invest in Philadelphia’s unique outdoor treasure, and together we will continue the tradition of providing great music to the Philadelphia region.

The Mann Center for the Perfoming Arts is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization and depends on the generosity of donors to close the gap between the cost of tickets and the cost of presenting world-renowned artists for the enrichment, education, and enjoyment of diverse audiences. In appreciation of your support, Members of the Mann receive exclusive benefits that enhance the Mann experience. Members are "at the front of the line" for concert tickets, invitations to special events and behind-the-scenes meet & greets, access to the Donor Terrace and Garden, and upgraded parking.

The Mann Center for the Performing Arts’ Education & Community Engagement Department provides free arts education programs to over 50,000 young people in the Philadelphia area annually. Connecting Arts-N-Schoolsbrings global performances in music, theater, and dance specifically directly into city-wide schools. Judith Gitlin ArtsTeach@ the Manninteractive arts education workshops are presented in our Field Education Center and various city-wide cultural/education venues. Our Young People’s Concert Seriesfeatures the world’s best performing and emerging artists on the Mann's mainstage, completely free of charge and accessible to all.

Festivals & Artistic Initiatives

The Mann Center for the Performing Arts is committed to producing innovative programming, events, and festivals. Through the commissioning of new works (such as The Passion of Octavius Catto by composer Uri Caine), and the presentation of themed festivals in collaboration with our community partners, the Mann strives to be nationally recognized as will become recognized as a trusted curator of “must see” performance experiences.

The Mann has been the summer home of The Philadelphia Orchestra since the 1930s and has presented critically acclaimed performers in every decade since. Located in the heart of Philadelphia’s Fairmount Park, the Mann hosts more than 170,000 visitors annually.

Recently, the Mann's campus has undergone major capital improvements including the introduction of the Skyline Stage with unparalleled views of the Philadelphia skyline. Located on a newly annexed 3.5 acres of lawn, this stage enables the Mann to offer shows on multiple stages; attract artists who prefer open-air venues; expand the number of concerts we present; and appeal to younger audiences. Other facility improvements included rennovations to the Terrace and Lawn seating areas and top of the hill Promenade, construction of a new top of the hill entrance and drop off, and upgrades to the visual and lighting systems.

With your support the Mann will continue to enhance the overall patron experience with world-class programming and state-of-the-art venue upgrades.